Community Notes, Jan. 12

Genealogy class at SCHRC on Jan. 14

The Sheboygan County Historical Research Center, 518 Water St., Sheboygan Falls, will hold its next genealogy class Monday, Jan. 14, titled "Resources in Sheboygan County and Beyond," from 1-3 p.m. This class will include an examination of the plethora of research resources available in and around Sheboygan County, as well as talk about the local historical societies and libraries, what's available and how to access the information.

Cost is $15 for members, $20 for non-members and $25 for walk-ins. Please call 920-467-4667 to reserve a place. Reservations guarantee handouts.

Monthly Grief Support Groups to meet Jan. 17, 23

The Evening Group of the monthly "Cup of Hope" Grief Support Groups at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, W2850 State Road 28, Sheboygan Falls, will meet from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17. The morning group will meet from 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Jan. 23, at the same location. There is no charge or pre-registration required for participation. Direct questions to Chaplain Nancy Simenz at 920-467-1800.

Mead to open late Monday, Jan. 21

Mead Public Library will open at 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21. During the time the library is closed, staff members will be involved in service and security training.

When the library is closed, the drive-up/walk-up book returns are available.

Community blood drive Jan. 14

The Sheboygan Falls Kiwanis will sponsor a Red Cross Community Blood Drive from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at the Sheboygan Falls Municipal Building, 375 Buffalo St., Sheboygan Falls. All blood types are in great need to supply patients locally and through out Wisconsin. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org for an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

Robert Anderson joins the Army

Robert Anderson has joined the United States Army under the Future Soldier program.Anderson will report to Fort Benning, Ga., for basic training Feb. 5. After successful completion of basic training, he will train as an Infantryman. He is the son of Eric and Laura Anderson of Sheboygan. An enlistment in the Army gives new soldiers the chance to learn a new skill, serve their country, and become eligible to receive up to $53,028 toward a college education, $65,000 for repayment of college loans or a maximum $40,000 cash bonus.